output. You will now probably want to repeat steps C & D to double-check the
subwoofer blend.
Cycling through steps C & D several times with slightly different settings of both the
Bass Level
and
Sub Crossover Frequency
controls will help you get the most
musical performance from your PSB Subwoofer and your system. The best
combination is that which yields the most solid very-low-bass sounds, without mid-
bass boom or a gap in response between the subwoofer and the main speakers.
As you will discover, the perceived effects of the
Sub Crossover Frequency
and
Bass Level
controls are interactive. Raising the latter while lowering the former can
have the effect of extending deep-bass response somewhat, with a small sacrifice in
overall loudness capability (this will still be well beyond the full-range loudness
capability of most systems). In general, for well-recorded acoustic music the lowest
Sub Crossover Frequency
setting that yields a smooth transition between
subwoofer and main speakers is often the best choice, and will promote deeper low-
bass extension.
Note:
The
Bass Level
control should not be thought of as a bass-boost or volume
control. It is a set-and-forget adjustment, not intended for day-to-day adjustment.
Use your preamplifier or receiver/integrated amp tone controls to make any program
related balance adjustments.
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